To accurately compare the economic impacts of the Great Depression in Northern Rhodesia and Burma, we need to consider the historical context of both regions during that time.
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Exports and Wages: The Great Depression led to a decline in commodity prices, affecting the economies of both Northern Rhodesia, which was reliant on copper exports, and Burma, which was a major producer of rice and other cash crops. In both regions, exports decreased due to falling global demand. Additionally, wages generally declined due to economic hardship.
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Local Purchases of Land: In Burma, the economic conditions led to land speculation and some local residents taking advantage of the situation, though this was not a widespread phenomenon like it might be inferred from the statement.
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Taxes: In many colonies, including Northern Rhodesia and Burma, tax revenues were affected by the economic downturn, but whether taxes decreased would depend on specific fiscal policies of the colonial administrations during that period.
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Riots and Revolts: While there were forms of unrest in both regions, widespread rioting and revolts were not necessarily a direct economic consequence of the Great Depression.
Given this analysis, the most accurate response appears to be that both colonies’ exports and wages decreased, as this statement reflects the broader economic impacts of the Great Depression in both regions.
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